Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - SEN

Salary

£24,139 - £25,819 + £1,000 welcome bonus

Contract

Full-time, Term Time Only (40 hours per week)

We are delighted to be recruiting Teaching Assistants to join a brand-new specialist SEN secondary school, supporting pupils aged 11-16 with autism, social communication needs, sensory processing differences, and emotional regulation challenges.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing and forward-thinking school community. You will work within a highly supportive environment, benefiting from small class sizes and close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting pupils' learning, wellbeing, and behaviour, helping them to engage positively with education and achieve their full potential.

Key Requirements

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4 or above) - essential
• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or willingness to work towards)
• Experience working with children or young people desirable; SEN experience preferred
• Strong communication skills and confidence in supporting behaviour

Safeguarding

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding clearances.